The UCLA Film & Television Archive is proud to continue its long tradition of bringing the best cinema from Iran and the Iranian diaspora to Los Angeles. Ever mindful of the ongoing struggles facing Iranian filmmakers in their native country, this year’s program champions the work of new and emerging directors while bringing back to
The first feature film co-directed by Iranian and Israeli filmmakers Guy Nattiv and Zar Amir, Tatami follows Leila, an Iranian judo athlete who is put in political danger when her government tells her to fake an injury and withdraw from the world championships rather than face an Israeli rival in the final. Leila finds herself facing a
Hafez: A Love Odyssey invites you on a soul-stirring journey through Persian culture, blending the revered poetry of Hafez with the rich sounds of traditional Persian music. The Sorvad Ensemble features the haunting voice of Mahdieh Mohammadkhani, the masterful movements of Shahrokh Moshkin-Ghalam, and the enchanting presence of Catayoune Ahmadi, all framed by the evocative
